Trump sparks outcry over unprecedented election interference

Systemic Error Podcast · Oct 2, 2026 · 6m

What happened

AlterNet reports that the Trump administration used federal money to air three television advertisements encouraging Americans to vote in the November 3 congressional elections. At least one reportedly relies heavily on footage from Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign, and the campaign has cost $2.5 million so far, with spending plans said to reach $100 million.

Trump characterized the advertisements as ordinary voter-turnout messages. AlterNet instead describes them as taxpayer-funded campaign propaganda and alleges violations of federal campaign law. The article also says Attorney…